Hong Kong, situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea, is a kaleidoscope of life, a sophisticated fusion of East and West, a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn. Hong Kong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area. Victoria Harbour and the Giant Buddha are among the most awe-inspiring. Then take the famous Escalator and the Tram to the Peak, the tallest point on the island, with some of the most expensive homes to be found anywhere. When there, take a short walk to escape the crowds and be rewarded with some excellent harbour views. more info

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Sun 11 Oct 2020

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Mon 12 Oct 2020

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Tue 13 Oct 2020

Manila, Philippines

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Manila, the capital of the Philippines and the most densely populated city in the world, is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay, on the western side of the island of Luzon. This metropolis has certainly come a long way from being a fortified settlement and renowned trading centre in the 13th century. The city attracts over one million visitors from all over the world annually. For those interested in history, Intramuros, which was a walled Spanish settlement, and the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, which includes the graves of thousands of Americans who died there in WWII, are well worth visiting. more info

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Wed 14 Oct 2020

Coron Island, Philippines

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Coron Island is one of the Calamian Group of Islands in northern Palawan, the Philippines. It lies 300 km SSW of the capital Manilla. Coron Island rises abruptly from the sea with steep limestone cliffs to 300 m or so, and landing sites are limited to a few beautiful small beaches and coves. The island is wedge-shaped 20 km by 9 km and lies just south of the much larger Busuanga Island, where there’s Coron Port and Town. From there a ferry service takes day visitors 5 km to Coron Bay village on Coron Island. Only about 2600 actually live permanently on the island. more info

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Thu 15 Oct 2020

Romblon Island, Philippines

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Romblon Island is one of twenty islands (two other large islands are Sibuyan and Tablas) in the province of the same name, at the geometric centre of the 7107 scattered islands that constitute the Philippine Archipelago. The Romblon port and town lies 260 km SSE of the capital Manilla. Romblon Bay is a natural harbor and safe haven for ships passing in the area during inclement weather. It is also a ferry terminal for local islands and Manilla. Romblon lies on the western line of the volcanic Pacific Ring of Fire. Of course the climate is tropical maritime, hot and humid. more info

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Fri 16 Oct 2020

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Sat 17 Oct 2020

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Sun 18 Oct 2020

Koror, Palau

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Palau is an island nation of Micronesia in the Western Pacific Ocean, 900 km east of the Philippines and 900 km north of Indonesian Papua. This small republic of 340 islands has as main commercial centre Koror, the nation's former capital and largest town, on Koror Island, where two thirds of the population dwell. The Republic of Palau is one of the world's youngest and smallest nations, but it offers you some of the world's most beautiful tropical paradise. The new capital is Melekeok, located on the island of Babeldaob, and is a pleasant drive from Koror across a fascinating and modern bridge. more info

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Mon 19 Oct 2020

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Tue 20 Oct 2020

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Wed 21 Oct 2020

Wewak, Papua New Guinea

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Wewak is the capital of the East Sepik province, located on the northern coast of New Guinea, 300 km east of the border with Indonesian province of Papua. The original town lies on a small peninsula, and has spread to the east between the beach and a low coastal range. The airport is on the edge of town further east, and the main wharf juts 450m out into the bay. Wewak is a peaceful seaside town bordered by an incredible jungle and gorgeous panoramas. You may be able to drive the 8 km up to Wewak Hill (500m), from which the view of the coast and islands is truly amazing. more info

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Thu 22 Oct 2020

Madang, Papua New Guinea

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Madang is the capital of Madang Province and a port on the north coast of Papua New Guinea. It was settled by Germans in the 19th C, then under Australian administration from 1919, and occupied by Japanese 1942-1944 when the town was virtually wiped out. Today its population of 24,000 includes many expatriates, and the city is the base for many NGOs and business branches. The town is said to be one of the prettiest towns in the South Pacific, due in part to its dramatic location on the tip of a peninsula encircled by mountains to 4000m. Coconut palms, cocoa trees and the spice cardamom are grown locally. more info

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Fri 23 Oct 2020

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Sat 24 Oct 2020

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Sun 25 Oct 2020

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Mon 26 Oct 2020

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Tue 27 Oct 2020

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Wed 28 Oct 2020

Brisbane, Australia

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Overnight

Approaching Brisbane River via beautiful Moreton Bay is a scenic delight. The most commonly used Portside Wharf Cruise Terminal is 14 km up-river and 6 km from the CBD, but only accessible to ships that clear the twin Gateway Bridges and less than 270m in length. Regular users of this terminal are P&O Australia and Princess vessels. They sail to the South Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, New Zealand, and PNG. Larger cruise ships berth at the commercial Port of Brisbane (Fisherman Island) at the river mouth, 25 km from the CBD. Smaller ships also berth here when Portside is fully booked. The new Brisbane International Cruise Terminal on the north side of the river mouth will open October 2020. It will berth the world's largest cruise ships. more info

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Thu 29 Oct 2020

Brisbane, Australia

Overnight

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Approaching Brisbane River via beautiful Moreton Bay is a scenic delight. The most commonly used Portside Wharf Cruise Terminal is 14 km up-river and 6 km from the CBD, but only accessible to ships that clear the twin Gateway Bridges and less than 270m in length. Regular users of this terminal are P&O Australia and Princess vessels. They sail to the South Pacific, Great Barrier Reef, New Zealand, and PNG. Larger cruise ships berth at the commercial Port of Brisbane (Fisherman Island) at the river mouth, 25 km from the CBD. Smaller ships also berth here when Portside is fully booked. The new Brisbane International Cruise Terminal on the north side of the river mouth will open October 2020. It will berth the world's largest cruise ships. more info

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Fri 30 Oct 2020

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Sat 31 Oct 2020

Sydney, Australia

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Cruise ships berthed at Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal (OPT) access sweeping views of the harbour, Opera House, CBD, Circular Quay ferry terminal, and Sydney Harbour Bridge – all within a few minutes’ walk. The White Bay Cruise Terminal for mid-sized vessels that can pass under the Bridge docks two cruise ships. White Bay is 30 minutes’ drive by taxi or shuttle bus from the CBD and Central Station, or take a ferry from Circular Quay (am) or Darling Harbour (pm) on cruise days. Long term car parking is not too far away from each terminal. During the crowded summer season cruise ships occasionally tender passengers from Athol Buoy and Point Piper Buoy. QM2 has docked at Garden Island Naval Base. more info

Join the Silver Muse for 21 unforgettable nights on this Voyage 6833 Cruise exploring Asia. Your ship starts out from Hong Kong and calls into 9 ports in 5 countries before disembarking in Sydney. This 4.5 star voyage from Silversea Cruises has 1 more forward departures. We have a limited number of cabins available from $724 per person/day, twin share. Book today and save... Call now and talk to a cruise specialist!

Silver Muse Overview

Silver Muse sails from Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland from December through March for the next few years, mostly around New Zealand, also to Pacific islands. Enjoy the super luxury of this new vessel., with just 600 passengers. Plan ahead for March 2020, as the 18-night cruise Sydney to Singapore offers an interesting itinerary. In 2020 Silver Muse again spends the northern summer along the Alaskan coast. Around November 2020, by joining a few itineraries, one can circumnavigate Australia. Check cruises for special features, such as the provision of gentlemen hosts, Bridge sessions and lectures, and L’école des Chefs. If you want a luxurious, all-inclusive journey by sea, Silver Muse will not disappoint.

Accommodation

There are eight levels of staterooms on this all-suite ship, and no inside cabins. Every room is luxurious, with a veranda, extra features increasing with the size of the suite. The large number of suites are Classic, Superior, and Deluxe Veranda, ranging from 32 to 36 sq.m. (including veranda). Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to a wide view of the ocean, which you can view from your open-air chairs. There’s a bar fridge, writing desk, table and chair, sofa, and plenty of mirrors and storage space. A third guest is catered for across all levels, of 76 of the staterooms.

Food and Dining

There are eight dining venues, the two larger ones being Indochine for pan_Asian, and Allantide for steak and seafood, both on the lowest deck. Alongside these are two small private venues, Kaiseki (US$60 pp by reservation) and La Grande Dame by Relais & Châteaux. On the top pool and open-air decks are Spaccanapoli for all-day pizza, and Hot Rocks grill. The latter serves daytime rotisserie and salad and burgers; at night it morphs into cook-yourself hot stone cooking. Nearby is an all-day pool grill. On deck 7 is Silver Note, serving small plate tapas-style food alongside evening music and dance. Overlooking the stern is La Terrazza (Italian).

Entertainment

The Theatre is small (seating around 130), presenting live music, cabaret, shows and local entertainers. In the evenings many will fill the Panorama Lounge and Main Bar for drinks before and after their meal. Restaurant 8 offers a late-night menu, so dine to the accompaniment of piano, jazz, and of course between courses ply the dance floor. Find solitude during the day in the Library. By day select from lectures, language lessons, dance classes, bridge, and ever-popular Trivia. For quiet time retire to the library, the small casino, or the Internet corner.